Question 9

(a) The probabilities that three boys pass an examination are \(\frac{2}{3}, \frac{5}{8}\) and \(\frac{3}{4}\) respectively. Find the probability that : 

(i) all three boys pass ; (ii) none of the boys pass ; (iii) only two of the boys pass.

(b) A shop-keeper marks a television set for sale at N36,000 so as to make a profit of 20% on the cost price. When he sells it, he allows a discount of 5% of the marked price. Calculate the actual percentage profit.

Theory

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Exam body
WAEC
Subject
Mathematics
Year
2001
Question no.
#9
Type
Theory

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